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Year 3 - English

Speaking to an audience

Introduction to speeches

Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils explore public speaking, learning what makes a strong speaker and the purpose of a speech. They study famous speeches by Martin Luther King and Michelle Obama, examining how techniques like repetition and rhetorical questions engage and inspire audiences.

Lesson Summary

You understand what is involved in successful public speaking.

Key Notes

  • Speaking loudly and clearly is important when talking in front of an audience.
  • The main purpose of public speaking is to inform the audience about something or impact their thoughts/actions.
  • Strategies to reduce nerves during public speaking include practicing and calm breathing.
  • A good orator will engage their audience and deliver their speech in a charismatic and persuasive manner.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • audience: a group of people listening to or watching a performance or speaker
  • public speaking: talking in front of a group of people
  • orator: someone who is good at public speaking

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Children may find it difficult to think of orators they know within certain professions.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.

Speaking loudly and clearly is important when talking in front of an audience. The main purpose of public speaking is to inform the audience about something or impact their thoughts/actions.

2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'audience'

a group of people listening to or watching a performance or speaker.

3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.

Mistake: Children may find it difficult to think of orators they know within certain professions. Correction: Give supportive clues, e.g., "Which young Swedish girl has done a lot to tackle climate change?".

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